Briefings
Korean inflation hits 21-month high as Iran war leads to 22% oil price spike
April consumer price surged largely due to oil price, spilling into airfares, while food inflation slightly slowed
May 7, 2026
Bank of Korea official’s rate-hike hint sparks controversy and market reaction
Yoo Sang-dae says BOK should start considering rate hikes as inflation risks mount amid extended Iran war
May 6, 2026
Samsung Electronics union faces mass exodus after chips, smartphone sector feud
Over 2,500 members quit as bonus demands favoring semiconductor workers alienate the non-chip workforce ahead of strike
May 5, 2026
U.S. troop cut order in Germany stokes fears of USFK drawdown in South Korea
Hegseth orders withdrawal of 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany within six months to a year
May 4, 2026
South Korea flags market vigilance after Fed hold, war risks
Finance ministry cites FX volatility and energy-driven uncertainty, says banks can withstand stress scenarios
May 1, 2026
South Korea, Qatar shift ties toward capital-backed tech investment push
Seoul seeks to link manufacturing and AI capabilities with Qatari capital but faces geopolitical and financial risks
April 30, 2026
South Korea to begin global minimum tax filings for multinationals from May 1
Move brings first enforcement phase of 15% minimum tax, covering most large Korean firms and foreign subsidiaries
April 29, 2026
South Korea moves to build voluntary carbon market with new law, exchange
Policy aims to convert emissions cuts into tradable assets, but success depends on demand and international recognition
April 28, 2026
South Korea pegs May oil imports at 87% of normal amid supply strain
Seoul secures alternative crude flows but flags petrochemical and construction bottlenecks as war disruptions persist
April 27, 2026
South Korea’s economy rebounds in Q1, but consumer sentiment slumps in April
Strong semiconductor-led growth masks a faster deterioration in household confidence and inflation expectations
April 24, 2026
